August 16, 2007

What:	Microsoft Corp. CEO Steve Ballmer and Cisco Systems Inc. Chairman and CEO John Chambers will discuss the future of the technology industry and their shared vision for addressing today's customer requirements.
Who:	Steve Ballmer, CEO, Microsoft John Chambers, chairman and CEO, Cisco Systems Charlie Rose, moderator
When:	Monday, Aug. 20, 2007 7-8:30 a.m. PDT
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